Fernandinho admits January Manchester move but refuses to reveal United or City

Fernandinho is set for a switch to the Premier League in January (Picture: AP)

Shakhtar Donetsk star Fernandinho claims he is making the move to Manchester in January, but is remaining quiet over whether he will be joining United or City.

The Brazilian international joined Shakhtar in 2005 after joining from Atletico Paranaense in his home nation, but now admits he is being touted by the Premier League’s top two sides following his superb performances in this season’s Champions League.

‘I am closing a deal with an English club. I will play in Manchester in January,’ the 27-year-old midfielder told Calciomercato.

Shakhtar pipped reigning champions Chelsea to the second qualification spot in Group E of the Champions League and are one of the dark horses to go a long way in this year’s tournament.

Their progression, coupled with Manchester City’s European demise could indicate Old Trafford is Fernandinho’s likely destination when the transfer window reopens at the turn of the year, with manager Sir Alex Ferguson also looking to strengthen his squad following the expected departure of Nani.